One Saturday morning, I remember fixing the price tags on my handmade accessories while Tammy sat across, happily playing with her play dough. Every few minutes she’d look up and ask, ‘Mommy, are you done na?’ I smiled and said, ‘Konti na lang.’ Looking back now, I wasn’t just preparing for another bazaar. I was quietly building two dreams at the same time—raising my daughter and building something I could call my own.
If you had told me years ago that motherhood would prepare me for entrepreneurship, I probably would’ve laughed.
Looking back, Tammy was still little, and like many moms, my schedule revolved around her. School activities, packed snacks, playtime, naps, and making sure she had everything she needed. I was that mom—the kind who was always “on duty ”, and wherever I went, she went with me.
Back then, I was simply trying to get through each day. I realize I wasn’t just preparing for a day of selling. I was learning one of the biggest lessons motherhood would teach me: always expect the unexpected. It actually teaches you to adapt without giving up.
I didn’t know it then, but those same lessons would eventually shape how I approach business.
Motherhood Was My First Business Mentor
Around that same time, I discovered something that became my little creative escape.
I started making DIY accessories.
It wasn’t part of some grand business plan. I simply enjoyed creating things with my hands. Before I knew it, people started asking if they could buy them. One order led to another, and eventually I found myself joining weekend bazaars and even renting a small pop-up space.
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| My pop-up booth at the Global Pinoy Bazaar at Rockwell Tent |
I’d prepare my products late at night after Tammy had fallen asleep. I’d pack my display materials while making sure I hadn’t forgotten her snacks, water bottle, extra clothes, or her favorite toy. Some days she came with me to bazaars, quietly coloring beside my booth while I talked to customers.
Those days were exhausting. But somehow, they’re also some of my favorite memories. At the time, I thought I was learning how to run a business. Now I realize I was actually learning something much bigger. I was learning how to become the kind of person who could run one.
Looking back now, I honestly don’t know how I managed everything. There wasn’t a perfect roadmap. Every mistake became a lesson. And strangely enough, raising a child prepared me for all of it.
Motherhood taught me patience. Funny enough, business works the same way. Not every product sells immediately. Not every idea becomes successful. Not every opportunity is meant for you. I’ve had projects that didn’t work out the way I hoped. There were slow seasons that made me question myself. There were moments when I wondered if I should just stop trying. Just like parenting, growth doesn’t happen overnight.
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| My pop-up booth at Kris TV's 3rd Anniversary Special at Enchanted Kingdom |
It taught me resilience too. There were days when sales were slow, or events didn’t turn out the way I expected. But as a mom, you quickly learn that difficult days don’t last forever. Tomorrow is another chance to do better. You simply show up again.
Motherhood also made me resourceful in ways I never expected. Sometimes you don’t have the perfect equipment. Sometimes you don’t have enough time. Sometimes things don’t go according to plan. But moms have this quiet ability to figure things out anyway. I think that’s one of our superpowers. Those same instincts became surprisingly useful in business.
Learning to Lead with Empathy
Motherhood also changed how I connect with people.
As parents, we learn to listen before reacting. We learn that everyone has different needs, personalities, and emotions. I realized that the same mindset applies to business. Behind every inquiry is a real person. Behind every delayed response could be someone having a difficult day. Leading with empathy has helped me build genuine relationships with clients, brands, and the community I’ve built over the years.
Eventually, my journey evolved in a direction I never imagined. I started writing about our everyday life. Nothing fancy. Just little stories, family moments, things that made me smile, and things I thought other moms might relate to. I didn’t realize those stories would eventually become this blog. Or that this blog would open doors to becoming a content creator.
Today, creating digital content has become my business, but at its heart, it’s still rooted in the same values motherhood taught me—being authentic, building trust, and creating meaningful connections.
Sometimes I look back and smile because none of it was carefully planned. One season simply led to another. And maybe that’s another lesson motherhood taught me. You don’t always need to know exactly where you’re going. Sometimes you only need enough courage to take the next step. Of course, there were also moments when I felt alone. Running a business can be overwhelming, especially when you’re also trying to be present for your family.
There are days when you’re answering customer inquiries while thinking about what’s for dinner. Days when you’re editing content with laundry waiting in the next room. Days when you wonder if you’re doing enough in either role.
I’ve learned not to chase the idea of “having it all together.” Instead, I focus on being present wherever I am. When I’m working, I give it my best. When I’m with my family, I try to be fully there too. It’s not always balanced. It’s simply real.
You Don’t Have to Figure Everything Out Alone
And one thing I’ve come to appreciate is that we don’t have to figure everything out on our own. Having a community of women who understand this journey makes such a difference.
Sometimes it’s practical advice. Sometimes it’s encouragement. Sometimes it’s just knowing someone else understands exactly how you’re feeling.
That’s why I love what Madiskarte Moms PH is building. It’s a space where moms don’t have to pretend that we know everything. We can learn, ask questions, share experiences, and cheer each other on as we build businesses that fit the life we want for our family.
Staying Connected Makes All the Difference
And because so much of what we do today happens online, staying connected has become just as important. Whether I’m replying to emails, joining virtual sessions, talking to clients, creating content, or simply learning something new, having reliable internet allows me to keep moving without missing important moments at home.
For me, that’s where PLDT Home quietly becomes part of the story. It gives me the confidence that I can stay connected to work while still staying connected to the people who matter most.
For mompreneurs, reliable connectivity isn’t just about convenience—it’s a tool that helps turn ideas into opportunities.
To Every Mom Who’s Thinking of Starting
If you’re a mom who’s been thinking about starting something of your own, let me tell you something I wish someone had told me years ago. You don’t need an MBA before you begin. You don’t need the perfect business plan. You don’t even need to have everything figured out. You already possess many of the qualities that make a great entrepreneur.
The patience to keep going.
The resilience to bounce back.
The adaptability to face change.
The empathy to build meaningful relationships.
The resourcefulness to find solutions when things don’t go according to plan.
Those aren’t just parenting skills. They’re business skills, too.
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| My pop-up booth at the St. James Bazaar at Ayala Alabang |
Motherhood isn’t something you have to overcome to become an entrepreneur. It has already been teaching you every single day.
How to solve problems. How to adapt. How to stay calm when things don’t go according to plan. How to keep showing up, even when you’re tired.
In many ways, it’s what prepares you for it. So if you’ve been waiting for a sign, maybe this is it. Take that first step. And if you’re looking for guidance and someone who will cheer you on along the way as you grow your business, don’t do it alone; join Madiskarte Moms PH to learn practical business tips, connect with fellow mompreneurs, and grow your business with the reliable connectivity of PLDT Home.
Who knows?
The skills you’ve been building as a mom all these years might just become the foundation of the business you’ve been dreaming about.
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